Russell Mark Jeung

Dr. Russell Mark Jeung is a Professor in the Asian American Studies Department at San Francisco State University, where he also serves as the AAS Major/Minor Advisor. He holds office in EP 420 and can be contacted via phone or email. Dr. Jeung joined SFSU in 2002 after teaching at Foothill College and working in community organizations.

Education includes a Ph.D. in Sociology from UC Berkeley (2000), an M.A. in Education from Stanford University, and a B.A. in Human Biology/Child Development from Stanford.

His research explores the intersections of race, religion, and social movements within Asian American communities, with emphasis on public policy impacts, community development, and religious identity. His work employs community-based participatory methods, engaging students in applied research that addresses systemic issues like discrimination through initiatives such as Stop AAPI Hate.

Publications predominantly analyze religion, identity formation, and diaspora experiences across Asian American subgroups. Recent thematic trends include generational shifts in religious practice, comparative immigrant adaptation, and the role of activism in ethnic studies development.

Honors and Awards:

• TIME 100 Most Influential People (2021)
• Presidential Sabbatical Award (2014)
• Fulbright Scholarship (2008)
• Multiple grants including Haas Foundation Creative Works Fund and Luce Grant

He advises undergraduate majors/minors and coordinates community-based projects. Grants support documentary production (The Oak Park Story) and research on housing justice, refugee advocacy, and anti-racism initiatives. As founder of Stop AAPI Hate, he leads coalition-building with organizations like Chinese for Affirmative Action.

Dr. Jeung actively mentors student groups (Asian Student Union, Asian American Christian Fellowship) and serves on campus committees including Graduate Council and Academic Program Review.